Conservation areas

There are 9 conservation areas in the Falkirk Council area. Each of these contributes
to the character and identity of the area and receives special protection.

The Planning
(Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Act 1997 states that conservation
areas "are areas of special architectural or historic interest, the character or
appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance".

We have produced conservation area management plans for each area to advise property
owners, occupiers and agents on their responsibilities when developing, or making
alterations to land and premises in the conservation area. In particular:

the policies and procedures to be followed, and

the design standards expected.

If you are planning any changes or developments in the conservation area, please
contact us for help and advice: